Wireless Network

 

 




 

Things to Know Before you Start

  • You must provide your own laptop computer with a compatible network card and your own browser software.  The library provides no guarantee that you can connect or that your equipment will be compatible.
     
  • Usernames and passwords will change each day. There is no time limit.
     
  • The library staff is not able to provide technical assistance for any equipment or connection to the system.
     
  • It is important for you to know that the library network is not secure and that you must provide your own virus protection.
     
  • The Allentown Public Library is not responsible for damage to your computer or computer files due to your use of the wireless network.
     
  • All Internet use through the library wireless network will be filtered using the same criteria as the adult filters on the library's computers.
     
  • Printing is not available through the library's network printer for wireless users.
     
  • If you choose to plug your computer into an electrical outlet in the building there will be a charge of $2.00.
     
  • Bookmark the library's homepage, www.allentownpl.org; you will be able to use the online catalog, the library's online subscription databases and POWER LIBRARY from the library homepage as long as you are logged into APL-Gate.

     

Making the Connection
Connect Using Windows 2000 and Windows XP

If your wireless card is not already configured:

· Click on “Control Panel”

· Double click “Network and Dial-up Connections” or “Network Connections”

· Right click on “Wireless Network Connection” or “Local Area Connection”

· Click on “Properties”

· Click “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” > Properties

· Check “Obtain an IP address automatically”

· Click “OK”

· Double click : “Network and Dial-up Connections” or “Network Connections”

· Right click “Wireless Network Connection,” then click “Properties”

· Check “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings”

 

Connect Using Macintosh OS 8/9

If your wireless card is not already configured:

· Select Apple Menu>Control Panel>TCP/IP

· Connect using “AirPort or other WiFi Ethernet”

· Configure “Using DHCP server”

· Leave “Name Server” and “Additional Search” domains blank

Connect Using Macintosh OS X

· Select “Apple Menu” >“System Preference,” then “Network”

· Select TCP/IP tab and configure “Using DHCP”

· Leave “Domain Name Servers” and “Search Domains” blank

 

Internet Explorer Users

  • Click “Tools”>Internet Options>Connections
  • Make sure “Always dial my default connection” is not checked

General Troubleshooting

  • You may have to turn off your personal firewall